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Number to Know

4: “Million Dollar Baby” received the award for “Best Picture” in 2004 during the 77th Academy Awards, along with Best Director, Best Actor in a Supporting Role and Best Actress in a Leading Role, which went to Hilary Swank.

This Day in History

July 30, 1956: A joint resolution of the U.S. Congress is signed by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, authorizing “In God we trust” as the U.S. national motto.

Today’s Featured Birthday

Actress Hilary Swank (39)

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“Through a painting we can see the whole world.” - Hans Hofmann

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